HOUSING
A Caring Stay Along the Way
A scrappy little congregation in Austin, Texas is building a network of partners to do groundbreaking work to fill a crucial gap for families on the way from housing insecurity to a safer, brighter future. And you can be part of it.
Thanks to our generous donors, we raised the full $120,000 during our matching fund campaign!
THE GOAL
Four Private Units (shown in blue)
including two bedrooms with bathroom and kitchenette
Common Areas (shown in red & gold)
-large kitchen (2 cooking areas & a fridge/pantry space for each family)
-indoor & outdoor dining areas
-indoor playroom
-bathroom & laundry
-office & living space
Fully Accessible
Accommodates families with children of all ages
Stays last 30-90 days while service partner supports search for permanent housing
Accommodates families with children of all ages
Stays last 30-90 days while service partner supports search for permanent housing
IT TAKES A VILLAGE
LOCATION
10605 N FM 620, Austin, Texas
10605 N FM 620, Austin, Texas
Land, leadership, and fundraising provided by Peace Lutheran Church
SERVICE PARTNER
Foundation for the Homeless will provide services and manage day-to-day operations.
DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION PARTNERS
HomeAid Austin is coordinating many partnerships for collaboration & cost savings.
Jason Haskins of habitavit studio is the architect for the project. The design team included AIA Austin Design Voice (aiaaustin.org) and h+uo architects (huoarchitects.com).
Pape Dawson civil engineering developed the site plan.
Freccia Construction is the general contractor.
PROJECT STATUS
Construction Fundraising Goal: $1.6 M
Raised to Date: $1.3 M
Still Needed: $330,000
Site Visits on Sunday October 11 and November 8, 2-3 pm
Peace Lutheran Church, 10625 N FM 620 (main church building)
Want to learn more about the project? Join us at one of our sessions to
– meet members of the team
– hear more about the need for transitional housing
– learn details about the project’s status
– see construction underway.
September 2026 – Phase 1 construction is underway as Freccia Construction and their subcontractor Chasco are preparing the site for demolition of the old building.
August 2026 – Contract signed with Freccia Construction to begin construction of Phase 1 of the project in September 2026, including demolition, site prep, and construction through “dry-in”. Phase 2 to complete the project will depend on funding availability.
June 2026 – Groundbreaking Ceremony
March 2026 – Building permit was issued by Travis County.
January 2026 – Site plans received final approvals from the City of Austin.
October 2025 – Freccia Construction came on board as the new construction partner on the project.
July 2025 – The Austin City Council approved waiver of $275K watershed redevelopment fee.
April 2024 – Civil Site Plans submitted to Travis County and City of Austin.
October 2023 – Contracted with Pape-Dawson for civil engineering and site plan development.
March 2023 – Lord of Life Lutheran Church made a legacy gift of $500K to fund the project.
July 2022 – HomeAid Austin officially approved the project after working together informally since 2021.
June 2022 – Building design approved.
April 2021 – Agreement was signed with Foundation for the Homeless, chosen as our service partner.
2021 – The Peace Family Housing Project was conceived when Peace Lutheran Church saw a need in the community for transitional housing for families experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
HOW TO HELP MAKE THIS DREAM A REALITY
By Mail:
Peace Lutheran Church
PO Box 171047
Austin, TX 78717-0039
(please write “Housing Project” in the memo line of check)
PO Box 171047
Austin, TX 78717-0039
(please write “Housing Project” in the memo line of check)
Online:
Use your credit/debit card or your checking account to make a one time donation or set up recurring giving.
In Person:
Come to Sunday morning worship at 10 AM to donate through the offering plate.
Share your time and skills (email office@peaceaustin.org for opportunities).
MEDIA
You can read more about the Peace Family Housing Project, as featured in the Austin American Statesman, Community Impact, and others:
https://www.austinchamber.com/blog/pape-dawson-transforming-underutilized-land
Just a few of the many folks working to make the dream of the Peace Family Housing Project a reality are here to share what brought them into the mission:
It’s our 50th anniversary year! To honor that we’re trying to get at least $50 from each of the 50 states…so sharing far and wide to spread the word about this project is another great way to help.
